Lecturer B / Senior Lecturer in Biotechnology

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The role

Function: The post involves:

- Active participation in curriculum development, establishment, and delivery of our new MSc course in Biotechnology.

- Delivery of lectures, tutorials, seminars and workshops, and supervision of laboratory classes.

- Academic mentorship to advise, support and guide students through their academic journey towards the start of their future career.

The successful candidate will be involved in the School’s research activities (publishing, securing funding, and building industry partnerships) and collaboration with leading national and international academics and researchers.

The role also involves participation in the broader academic community through departmental and school-wide administration and strategic planning.

Please note that these roles will be offered at either Lecturer B or Senior Lecturer level depending on experience (see job profile below for further details). The salary range for a Lecturer B starts at £47,389 and Senior Lecturer starts at £58,225.

About you

This is a one-year fixed term post in the first instance and will focus on the set up and delivery of the MSc Biotechnology.

This position would be suitable for early to mid-career researchers with academic experience after completion of their PhD, and who could demonstrate:

• Significant research and teaching experience in biotechnology / biochemical engineering.
• Knowledge of the field of biotechnology to develop and deliver biotechnology related topics at the level of post-graduate teaching.
• Research background with high-quality publications in international journals, commensurate in quantity for the discipline and years of experience.
• Track record of high-quality teaching and positive student feedback.
• Enthusiasm for modern teaching methods including blended learning and teaching, face-to-face and on-line teaching, and use of case studies, simulations and/or problem-solving approaches.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience or potential to attract support from funding agencies and from industry.

Qualifications

• Doctoral qualification in Biotechnology / Biochemical Technology / Engineering Biology or closely related subjects.
• Teaching qualification and/or membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous.
• Experience within the broad landscape of biotechnology, including applied microbiology, bioprocess engineering, and biotechnology for bioactive compounds.
• Knowledge of topics such as downstream bioprocessing, environmental and industrial biotechnology, or biocatalysis is desirable.

Key skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to create and maintain effective research collaboration
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of software specific for the discipline
• Excellent planning and organisational skills

How to apply

Please apply with a CV and Cover letter on the university website describing in detail your suitability for the post.

Informal enquiries should be made to Prof Claudio Avignone Rossa c.avignone-rossa@surrey.ac.uk

Interviews will take place on either the 29th or 30th September

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